What is the cheapest way to get from Cardiff Central Station to Risca?

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff Central Station to Risca is to drive which costs £3 - £6 and takes 21 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Cardiff Central Station to Risca?

The fastest way to get from Cardiff Central Station to Risca is to taxi which takes 21 min and costs £55 - £70.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff Central Station and Risca?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Risca & Pontymister. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 24 min.

How far is it from Cardiff Central Station to Risca?

The distance between Cardiff Central Station and Risca is 15 miles. The road distance is 15.1 miles.

How do I travel from Cardiff Central Station to Risca without a car?

The best way to get from Cardiff Central Station to Risca without a car is to train which takes 24 min and costs £6 - £11.

How long does it take to get from Cardiff Central Station to Risca?

The train from Cardiff Central to Risca & Pontymister takes 24 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Cardiff Central Station to Risca train from?

Cardiff Central Station to Risca train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Cardiff Central station.

Where does the Cardiff Central Station to Risca train arrive?

Cardiff Central Station to Risca train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Risca & Pontymister station.

Can I drive from Cardiff Central Station to Risca?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff Central Station to Risca is 15 miles. It takes approximately 21 min to drive from Cardiff Central Station to Risca.

How do I get a train ticket from Cardiff Central Station to Risca?

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Where can I stay near Risca?

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Cardiff Central Station to Risca - 4 ways to travel via train, and line 151 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Cardiff Central Station to Risca by train, bus, taxi, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Risca & Pontymistertrain Cardiff Central - Ebbw Vale Town / ...
24 min
£6–11
Drive 15 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Cardiff Central Station to Riscacar 15 mi
21 min
£4–6
Train, line 151 bus
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Newport (S Wales)train Swansea - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the bus from Queensway Q5 to Sparbus 151 / ...
43 min
£8–15
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Cardiff Central Station to Riscataxi 15 mi
21 min
£55–70

Cardiff Central Station to Risca by train

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Distance: 15 mi
Duration: 24 min

What companies run services between Cardiff Central Station, Wales and Risca, Wales?

Transport for Wales operates a train from Cardiff Central to Risca & Pontymister hourly. Tickets cost £6–11 and the journey takes 24 min.

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